Boundary Breakers

Discover the inspiring story of Kyle Hanslovan, who went from a scrappy kid hacking AOL for free internet to founding Huntress Labs, a cybersecurity company protecting small businesses. Learn about his childhood, journey from the Air Force to the NSA, and how he became a top ethical hacker.

Brandon Ansley welcomes the 2 time Nobel Peace Prize Nominee, Steve Killelea, to this week’s episode of Boundary Breakers. The creator of the Global Peace Index and founder of the Institute for Economics and Peace discusses cycles of violence, why addressing root causes is crucial and what are some of the efforts to are creating impact around the world.

Discover the remarkable story of Bobby Jones, who turned down Division 1 football offers to attend the U.S. Naval Academy. From stories of mentors that shaped his path and the challenges he overcame to graduate and serve his country to now running for office, Bobby has lived a life of achievements - including hugging George W. Bush on his graduation ceremony - in the Navy and is now looking at get...

Join Brandon Ansley in a fascinating conversation with Tommy Milner, who shares his extraordinary journey from a classical languages student to becoming CEO of industry giants like Remington Firearms and Cabela's. Discover how Tommy's relentless work ethic, skills in salesmanship, and unique approach to leadership propelled him to the top of the corporate ladder, despite never having taken a busin...

Join Brandon Ansley in a revealing conversation with Jeff Rutt, the visionary CEO of Keystone Custom Homes and founder of Hope International. Discover the journey of a man who has built not only homes but also hope across the globe. From starting a homebuilding company that stands as a testament to quality and innovation to founding a nonprofit organization committed to breaking the cycle of pover...

Join Brandon Ansley in conversation with award-winning TV producer, Brant Pinvidic, author behind "The 3-Minute Rule." Discover how Brant's groundbreaking approach to concise and impactful communication has revolutionized the way we convey messages, from Hollywood pitches to everyday interactions. Uncover the pivotal moment that led Brant from TV production to authoring a New York Times Bestseller...

Brandon Ansley hosts an intimate conversation with former pro athlete Brandon Lowery. Uncover how an unexpected turn deeply influenced Lowery's journey from aspiring skateboarder to soccer star, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career. Lowery shares candidly about the trials and triumphs of professional sports, offering a rare glimpse into the mindset and resilience required to excel both o...

On this week’s episode of Boundary Breakers, discover Kevin Kartchner's transformative journey from corporate dissatisfaction to entrepreneurial. Kevin shares how a blueprint for life, anchored in family, faith, and personal growth, propelled him from a career in accounting to founding his own sales training company. Learn the principles Kevin used to create profound life changes, emphasizing bala...

Learn Asma Paigeer's remarkable story of resilience in this episode of Boundary Breakers. Fleeing from from Afghanistan, Asma was separated from her family after the Taliban took over control in the country. A story that navigates challenges with courage, from pursuing education amid systemic barriers to escaping Taliban control to insights on Afghan women's struggles, the importance of education,...

On today’s episode of Boundary Breakers, Brandon welcomes two guests: Mike LeFever and Roderick Jones. Mike and Roderick wrote a book together called End Game First: A Leadership Strategy for Navigating Crisis and Business where they discuss the importance of planning your business to face a crisis, security threats that need to be accounted for and much more. Mike and Roderick provide an unique b...

Canadian entrepreneur Nathan Eliiot joins Brandon Ansley on this episode of Boundary Breakers to discuss how he sticks to his mission when he came up with his business idea for FrontRunner, which, in his words, “will turn any window into a large digital screen” and how he is using this space to revolutionize the delivery of videos in populated streets, airports, shopping centers and much more - ma...

In this episode of Boundary Breakers, Brandon welcomes Ric Prado for a detailed conversation about his life inside the CIA, following operations all over the world as part of the counterterrorism front. How was Ric’s life in Cuba before Castro? What did the CIA know about Bin Laden before and after 9/11? What does Ric miss most about the agency? These and other questions are answered in this insig...

In this episode of "Boundary Breakers," host Brandon Ansley discusses the fascinating world of film production with veteran producer Andy Horwitz. With a career spanning over a decade in Hollywood, Andy shares his journey from an aspiring filmmaker to a leading figure in the industry. He provides an insider's look into the challenges and triumphs of managing blockbuster movie budgets, the intricat...

In this episode of "Boundary Breakers," former military leader, ranger and Special Ops Raul Romero shares his compelling journey from commanding high-stakes military operations to pioneering innovative strategies in the corporate world. He reveals key insights on leadership, team building, and adaptability, drawing parallels between his experiences in both spheres. The discussion offers a unique p...

Join Brandon Ansley in a captivating conversation with Ian deQuieroz, as they traverse through Ian's extraordinary journey from a recycling-savvy kid that created biodegradable surfboards, became a pioneer in the hemp industry and founded a multimillion company. Get ready for a candid discussion filled with entrepreneurial insights and global perspectives that shaped Ian's remarkable career.

Host Brandon Ansley takes you on a journey with Tom Bigley, from the Ranger battalion to corporate titan. Discover the pivotal moments and lessons that shaped Tom's warrior's journey. An inspiring conversation about resilience, leadership, and the pursuit of excellence in both military and civilian life.

Join host Brandon Ansley in an exclusive, in-depth conversation with military veteran, former Ranger sniper, and Founder of Founding Fathers Collective, Grant Quezada. Discover the intricate details of Grant’s journey, from his upbringing in Prescott, Arizona, to the challenges faced during deployments, sniper school, and the transition to civilian life.

Join Brandon Ansley in a conversation with Terrell Maze as they discuss the intricate dynamics of the NFL behind the scenes. Gain unique insights into the challenges, strategies, and surprises that shape an NFL player's career and how it reflects on a business journey.

From his 20 years of military service, in which 15 were as a Navy SEAL, Diego Ugalde is now helping people achieve their goals in business, sports and much more through millitary training in his entreprenurial journey - The Trident Approach. Learn more about Diego’s work and legacy in this episode of Boundary Breakers.

Join host Brandon Ansley as he sits down with the extraordinary Cris Schmitt, a retired Green Beret turned high-performance coach. In this episode, Chris shares his incredible journey from military service to corporate leadership, revealing the secrets of success he learned along the way. Discover how kindness can be the most effective weapon in your leadership toolkit. Don't miss this inspiring c...

Join host Brandon Ansley in an insightful conversation with legal professional turned entrepreneur, Adrian Dayton, as they discuss social media’s early days and how Adrian became a pioneer for business development on those platforms.